The Nigerian Air Force (NAF), through the Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai (ACOPHD), has neutralised over 25 terrorists in a coordinated night operation at Bula in Yobe State and Banki in the North-East on September 18, 2025.

NAF spokesperson, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, said the operation followed credible reports from ground troops, prompting the deployment of a force package comprising Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) and attack aircraft.

“The ISR platform established contact with ground forces, tracked terrorist movements, and identified multiple groups north of Banki. Real-time updates were relayed to ground troops and base operations, enabling synchronised action,” Ejodame said.

He explained that strike aircraft engaged the terrorists in three successive precision strikes on their movement routes and assembly areas, effectively neutralising more than 25 fighters.

Post-strike surveillance confirmed that ground forces held their defensive positions, with no further threats detected in the area.

Ejodame noted that the successful operation underscores the NAF’s commitment to supporting ground troops, denying terrorists freedom of action, and securing the North-East.